MacDonald Holyrood Hotel
- Up to 350 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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MacDonald Holyrood Hotel is a contemporary 4-star business hotel located on Holyrood Road, just minutes from Edinburgh's historic city center and the Scottish Parliament. The hotel features 156 modern bedrooms and suites, extensive conference and meeting facilities accommodating up to 350 delegates, and award-winning dining options. Positioned perfectly for exploring Edinburgh's attractions including the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Holyrood Palace, the hotel combines business functionality with leisure comfort. The venue offers flexible event spaces, state-of-the-art AV technology, and professional conference services, making it ideal for corporate meetings, conferences, weddings, and social events. With on-site parking and excellent transport links, it provides convenient access to Edinburgh's business district and tourist attractions.
Best suited for
- Business Meetings
- Conferences
- Training
- Workshops
- Corporate Dinners
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Capacity overview
| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roxburghe Suite | 180 | — | 50 | 100 | 60 | 150 | 200 |
| Buccleuch Suite | 100 | — | 30 | 60 | 35 | 80 | 120 |
| Holyrood Boardroom | 30 | — | 16 | 24 | 20 | 24 | 40 |
Pricing & packages
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire, Basic AV.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Room rates from £120 per night. Conference room hire from £400 per day. Day delegate packages from £35. Wedding packages available from £3,500.
Request exact pricing →Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- Conference Facilities
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Fitness Center
- Parking
- AV Equipment
- Wedding Services
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Lift access to all floors
- Accessible bathrooms
Location & getting there
81 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, EH8 8AU, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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MacDonald Holyrood Hotel is a verified 4-star business hotel in Edinburgh, hosting up to 350 guests, with day delegate rates from £170. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 3 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Live day delegate rates from £170
Structured pricing verified for instant budget matching.
- Oct 2025Quality score 95/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 350 guests in theatre style, 200 for dinner, 80 for boardroom meetings
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV package including projectors, sound system, microphones, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
In-house catering team providing breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshment packages
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available with 50 spaces, additional street parking nearby
About MacDonald Holyrood Hotel
MacDonald Holyrood Hotel is a contemporary 4-star business hotel located on Holyrood Road, just minutes from Edinburgh's historic city center and the Scottish Parliament. The hotel features 156 modern bedrooms and suites, extensive conference and meeting facilities accommodating up to 350 delegates, and award-winning dining options. Positioned perfectly for exploring Edinburgh's attractions including the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Holyrood Palace, the hotel combines business functionality with leisure comfort. The venue offers flexible event spaces, state-of-the-art AV technology, and professional conference services, making it ideal for corporate meetings, conferences, weddings, and social events. With on-site parking and excellent transport links, it provides convenient access to Edinburgh's business district and tourist attractions.
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